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Cavan County Fire Service @FireCavan

The fire authority for County Cavan. A division of @cavancoco. For information only - in an emergency, dial 999 or 112

Joined October 2020
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Christmas is a magical time when we get to spend time with our loved ones, but for the fire service, it can also be a busy time. Please celebrate safely this Christmas, but know that, if needed, our firefighters will be on hand to help you 24 hours a day cavancoco.ie/news/2025/a-chr…
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STORM BRAM: A status yellow wind warning is in effect for Cavan from 3am until 9pm on Tuesday, 9th December. Expect: -Debris -Fallen trees/power lines -Flooding -Outdoor items, incl. Christmas trees and decorations, should be properly secured. cavancoco.ie/output/news/202…

Status Orange Wind Warning - Storm Bram

Storm Bram will bring strong to gale force winds throughout Tuesday 9th December with a status Orange warning in effect from 11am to 7pm

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Congratulations to Damien Brady, Station Officer with CN17 Ballyconnell Fire Brigade on his well-earned retirement after 25 years' distinguished and dedicated service to his community. Best wishes from all at Cavan County Fire Service, Damien.
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Danny Barr SSO, and Joey McDonald, Station Officer, were delighted to attend a Careers Day at St Patrick's College Cavan this week, promoting a career in the fire service.
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Come work with us! Cavan County Council is currently hiring for the position of Assistant Chief Fire Officer. For more information on this exciting position, which carries a salary of €59,658 - €82,929 (including LSIs), visit: cavancoco.ie/news/2025/curre…
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Six of our firefighters recently attained their Emergency Services Driving Standard (ESDS) Level 3, an RSA-accredited qualification for emergency service staff who, by law, can drive using blue lights and sirens in emergency response situations.
Six firefighters, pose smiling with their Assistant Chief Fire Officer to the centre, in full fire kit, helmets under arm, in front of two fire engines.

ALT Six firefighters, pose smiling with their Assistant Chief Fire Officer to the centre, in full fire kit, helmets under arm, in front of two fire engines.
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As part of National Fire Safety Week, the crew from Kingscourt Station (CN13) visited Shercock Bingo night for an important 'At Home Safety' talk, sharing crucial fire safety tips to keep everyone safe. By working #TogetherAgainstFire we can make our communities safer. #25FSW
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Following a road traffic collision, the Kilnaleck to Crosskeys Road is currently closed.
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Cathaoirleach of @cavancoco Cllr John Paul Feeley today stopped by to congratulate firefighters from across County Cavan who have completed a QQI Level 6 Pump Operators' course at Castle Saunderson International Scouting Centre.
Cathaoirleach of Cavan County Council Cllr John Paul Feeley and Cavan County Council Head of Finance and Emergency Services Margaret McNally are pictured with a group firefighters from across County Cavan who have completed a QQI Level 6 Pump Operators' course at Castle Saunderson International Scouting Centre. They are pictured in front of two fire engines. The firefighters are wearing full fire kit. Pictured are (Front) from left Ray Slaughter, Instructor; Martin Trainor, Senior Assistant Chief Fire Officer and Course Director; Cathaoirleach Cllr John Paul Feeley, Margaret McNally, Head of Finance & Emergency Services, Cavan County Council, Liam McGovern, Instructor & Eamon Mulcahy, Instructor. (middle from left) Don McAvenue, Darragh Tighe, Aaron Pickens, Rory McPartland, Aaron Brady & Colin McGovern. (back from left) Pat Gillick, Paul McDonagh, Lorcan Duffy, Martens Nowak, Sean Rooney & Seamus Cooney. Photo: Lorraine Teevan

ALT Cathaoirleach of Cavan County Council Cllr John Paul Feeley and Cavan County Council Head of Finance and Emergency Services Margaret McNally are pictured with a group firefighters from across County Cavan who have completed a QQI Level 6 Pump Operators' course at Castle Saunderson International Scouting Centre. They are pictured in front of two fire engines. The firefighters are wearing full fire kit. Pictured are (Front) from left Ray Slaughter, Instructor; Martin Trainor, Senior Assistant Chief Fire Officer and Course Director; Cathaoirleach Cllr John Paul Feeley, Margaret McNally, Head of Finance & Emergency Services, Cavan County Council, Liam McGovern, Instructor & Eamon Mulcahy, Instructor. (middle from left) Don McAvenue, Darragh Tighe, Aaron Pickens, Rory McPartland, Aaron Brady & Colin McGovern. (back from left) Pat Gillick, Paul McDonagh, Lorcan Duffy, Martens Nowak, Sean Rooney & Seamus Cooney. Photo: Lorraine Teevan
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Our Peer Support Officers can signpost colleagues to supports available. We welcomed three excellent speakers today who explained the services they offer: Cindy McKenna, Family Addiction Support Network; John Maguire, StaffCare & Donna Price from Irish Road Victims’ Association.
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Virginia Fire Brigade is currently treating a significant oil spillage on the N3 from Main Street Virginia to Lisduff. Driver caution is advised and some delays can be expected while the spillage is treated.
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A great day at #HigherOptions at the RDS today with our colleagues from @dubfirebrigade promoting a career as a firefighter or fire officer. The future is bright! fireireland.ie/careers-in-fi…
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We will be at #HigherOptions in the RDS tomorrow, joining colleagues from @MCCFireService, @LouthFRS and @DubFireBrigade at the Women’s Fire Service Network stand promoting careers as firefighters and fire officers. Stop by stand 65 and say hello! Supported by @FireSafetyIre
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Eighteen firefighters across Cavan are taking part in a series of three-day chainsaw refresher training courses this month. 18 firefighters will have their skills refreshed ahead of the winter season.
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Stradone Street in Ballyjamesduff is currently closed to traffic as we are dealing with a fire at a premises at that location. The fire is currently under control, but motorists and pedestrians are advised to avoid the area for the present.
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The Drumgola junction has re-opened following this morning’s collision
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Cavan Town brigade currently at scene of two-car collision at Drumgola junction with N3. Access from the junction to N3 currently closed. Traffic management is in place on N3. Some delays can be expected.
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Cavan Town brigade currently at scene of two-car collision at Drumgola junction with N3. Access from the junction to N3 currently closed. Traffic management is in place on N3. Some delays can be expected.
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All at Cavan County Council and Cavan County Fire Service are saddened by the passing of Val Maguire, who served as Chief Fire Officer for County Cavan with great distinction from April 1972 until October 1998. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis. cavancoco.ie/output/news/202…
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We're hiring in Ballyjamesduff, Killeshandra, and Kingscourt. Two open days take place this week for those who wish to pursue a career as a retained firefighter: 🚒 Killeshandra: Thurs, 29th May, 7-9pm 🚒 Kingscourt: Sat, 31st May, 3-5pm Apply today at cavancoco.ie/jobs
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R194 Virginia to Ballyjamesduff road closed until tomorrow evening due to a serious incident. Road closed from N3 roundabout to Dunancory bridge. Strictly no through route from bridge to roundabout for any traffic.
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